Southwestern Egg Casserole

Makes 10 to 12 servings

10 eggs

1/2 c. all-purpose flour

1 t. baking powder

1/8 t. salt

16-oz. pkg. shredded Monterey Jack cheese

16-oz. container cottage cheese

1/2 c. butter, melted

2 4-oz. cans chopped green chiles, drained

Garnish: sour cream, salsa

Beat eggs in a large bowl and set aside. Combine flour, baking powder and salt in a small bowl; stir into eggs, mixing well. Add cheeses, butter and chiles; pour into a greased 13"x9" baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees until a knife tip inserted in center tests clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes and cut into squares. Garnish as desired with sour cream and salsa.

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